Homemade Picadillo with Flour Tortillas
A savory ground beef dish combined with sweet raisins and briny olives, served in soft flour tortillas for a delightful meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped Any color of bell pepper works.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup tomatoes, diced Canned diced tomatoes can be used as a substitute.
- 1/2 cup raisins Adjust quantity according to preference.
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced Green or black olives can be used.
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Flour tortillas Use soft tortillas for wrapping.
Instructions
Cooking
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat.
- Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic; sauté until softened.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, raisins, olives, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Serve the Picadillo warm, wrapped in flour tortillas.
Notes
For serving, add toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. To maintain tortilla softness, keep them sealed in a bag.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g
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